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Lord John and the Private Matter

Diana Gabaldon (2003)

SubgenreHistorical Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Quick Read (<250))
SeriesLord John Grey #2
Setting
CSM age16
Goodreads3.76

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentMild
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

MurderViolenceDeception

Protagonist archetypes

Morally Gray Protagonist

Synopsis

On a clear morning in mid-June, Lord John emerges from London's Beefsteak Club, his mind in turmoil. A nobleman and a high ranking officer in His Majesty's army. Grey has just witnessed something shockng. But his efforts to avoid a scandal that might destroy his family are interupted by something still more urgent. The crown appoints him to investigate the brutal murder of a comrade in arms who may have been a traitor.

Tags

Historical MysteryGeorgian EraMilitary FictionDetective Fiction